Jhansi
is an important tourist destination in Uttar Pradesh and is known for
its insight in to the life and History of the Bundelkhand region. The
place has also gained prominence because of its relation with Jhansi ki
Rani, Lakshmi Bai and the Great Sepoy Mutiny of 1857. The city offers
quite a few attractions that are a must visit for every tourist. These
are as follows: -
Jhansi Fort
Jhansi Fort is not only one of the best-fortified areas in Uttar
Pradesh but also one of the best fortified in India. Raja Bir Singh Deo
of Orchha commissioned this fort in the early 17th century. The fort was
earlier built on the top of the hillock in order to act as an army
stronghold and garrison but was later modified in to residential
quarters.
Jhansi Museum
The Jhansi museum is located in the Jhansi Fort itself. The Jhansi
museum is a not-to-be-missed tourist destination in Jhansi. The museum
not only gives an insight to the history and heritage of Jhansi but
whole of Bundelkhand region. The museum also gives a deep insight in to
the life of Chandela dynasty. Among others, The Jhansi Museum houses
weapons, statues, dresses and photographs that represent the Chandela
dynasty.
Rani Mahal
Rani Mahal of Jhansi was actually the palace of Lakshmi Bai, Rani of
Jhansi. The palace of Lakshmi Bai has now been converted in to a museum
that treasures the memory of Rani Lakshmi Bai as well as the
archeological remains of 9th to 12th century that has been excavated and
unearthed recently.